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Originally posted by mwedzi:
But equeen, here's the really, really, really important question for me. What is job satisfaction like for those who go into engineering, computer engineering, and computer science (if you know anything about the last)? I mean, working your butt off for a few years is one thing. That can be done. But what about the rest of your life?
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I'm an In-jin-er (Engineer that is
) and have been in the field for a bit over 3 years. Engineer is defintly not for everyone. And I would even go to the extend that the different branches and aspects are not for every engineer. Like anything finding where you belong in the work force is important.
I entered college with pursuit of an aerospace engineering degree - not for the money but for the love of the field. Honestly, I didn't even realize how much engineers made until after I "declared" engineering. I don't regret any of those late nights, lack of sleep days.
Finding your "niche" and dedicating your career in that area is important. After 3 different departments, two different companies and states, I think i've finally found a place i can call home both in and outside of work.
As far as job satisfication, with any job you can get flustrated at the BS that goes around you. But the sense of completion and accomplishment you get from finishing a task and sometimes knowing what kind of effect it has is wonderful! My industry few engineers get to see the birth to production of a new vehcile. Here is to hoping!
Jennifer
"rocket scientist" extrodinare!
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